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Seidu Agongo pledges nationwide support for Okere community football league

Ghanaian business mogul and philanthropist Alhaji Seidu Agongo has pledged to extend his support for the Okere Unity Community Football League beyond the Eastern Region as part of efforts to promote youth development through sports. Alhaji Agongo, through the Director-General of the National Sports Authority (NSA), Yaw Ampofo-Ankrah, provided footballs, a trophy, goalkeepers’ gloves and […]

Seidu Agongo pledges nationwide support for Okere community football league

Ghanaian entrepreneur Alhaji Seidu Agongo has committed to supporting the Okere Unity Community Football League across the nation, beyond its initial launch in the Eastern Region. Through the Director-General of the National Sports Authority Yaw Ampofo-Ankrah, he provided essential football equipment for the tournament's inauguration.

The philanthropist emphasized the importance of investing in young people through sports, stating that this support marks the beginning of a broader effort. The Okere Unity Community Football League, launched on July 24, 2026, at Twum-Guaso, aims to promote youth development and social awareness via football. The tournament, running from July to October 2026, focuses on community engagement, HIV/AIDS prevention, drug abuse education, and fostering unity.

Traditional and religious leaders, youth groups, and residents from the Okere Constituency participated enthusiastically, expressing confidence in the league's potential to identify new talents. Yaw Ampofo-Ankrah commended the initiative, acknowledging its role in community strengthening and policy education. Alhaji Agongo's pledge aligns with his previous philanthropic work in education, healthcare, and youth development, with hopes that this expanded support will transform the league into a nationwide youth development platform.

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